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Which is the best definition of bias?

A
a belief that is supported by evidence and reasoning
B
a personal opinion that is not based on evidence
C
an explanation of why a certain idea is accurate
D
an idea that is unpopular among many people
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Read the paragraph.(1) Baseball is unique because it is the only sport in America that does not have a time clock—although tennis and softball are not timed, either. (2) Instead, games last for nine innings, unless there is a tie after the ninth, in which case they go extra innings. (3) Nine-inning games last an average of three hours. (4) Extra innings tack on time to an already long game, but the end is always the most exciting part. (5) Most people in the US watch baseball and are fans of their hometown team.

A
sentence 1
B
sentence 2
C
sentence 3
D
sentence 4
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Read the claim and counterclaim.Claim: In order to provide students with the most well-rounded education and the greatest opportunity to succeed, school days should be extended.Counterclaim: If school days were extended, children would not have time to participate in other enriching activities, such as spending time with friends.

A
It is very important for teenagers’ social development to build bonds with friends and spend quality time with them.
B
Longer school days lead to a decrease in crime committed by teenagers, since students have less free time.
C
There are many ways that longer school days help children, but both sides must be considered.
D
Many students would prefer shorter school days, so making them longer may not be the best option.
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Which claim is the most effective for the argument that the minimum age to get a driver’s license should be changed to 18?

A
Some 16-year-olds help out by driving their younger siblings to school, so changing the minimum driving age to 18 would be a problem for them.
B
Some 16-year-olds are mature enough to drive, but changing the minimum driving age to 18 would be an overall benefit for everyone.
C
Changing the minimum driving age to 18 would mean safer roads for everyone, since less-experienced drivers are more likely to have accidents.
D
Changing the minimum driving age to 18 shouldn’t cause too much of a problem, because it’s only two years older than 16.
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Read the paragraph.(1) Baseball is unique because it is the only sport in America that does not have a time clock—although tennis and softball are not timed, either. (2) Instead, games last for nine innings, unless there is a tie after the ninth, in which case they go extra innings. (3) Nine-inning games last an average of three hours. (4) Extra innings tack on time to an already long game, but the end is always the most exciting part. (5) Most people in the US watch baseball and are fans of their hometown team.

A
sentence 2
B
sentence 3
C
sentence 4
D
sentence 5
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Which of the these are reliable sources when conducting research? Select four options.local newspaperssocial mediaelectronic textbookslegal documentsscholarly journalspersonal blogs

A
local newspapers
B
social media
C
electronic textbooks
D
legal documents
E
scholarly journals
F
personal blogs
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Which sentence contains an element of bias?

A
Research shows that eating fruits and vegetables reduces a person’s risk of heart disease.
B
Fruits and vegetables contain a variety of vitamins and minerals that are essential to a healthy diet.
C
Most fruits and vegetables are low in calories, making them a healthy and delicious part of any diet.
D
Studies show that eating whole fruits and vegetables is healthier than drinking juice, which often has added sugar.
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Which sentence contains an element of bias?

A
According to researchers, children who watch less television are more likely to lead an active lifestyle and participate in sports.
B
Reliable research and a handful of well-regarded studies show that watching too much television can negatively impact children’s academic progress and development.
C
Researchers report that violent television can have a negative impact on children, but they likely aren’t taking into account the available programs that are enriching.
D
Children in the United States watch an average of three to four hours of television each day, according to reliable studies.
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Which is the best definition of rebuttal?

A
an opposing side of the author’s argument or viewpoint
B
a statement of a viewpoint that supports one side of an argument
C
an explanation of why an opposing argument is false
D
a personal opinion or judgment that is not backed by evidence
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Read the claim and counterclaim.Claim: Sugary drinks such as soda should be taxed at a higher rate than other drinks to discourage people from making unhealthy choices.Counterclaim: Increasing the price of sugary drinks will not decrease the amount of people who buy and drink them.

A
Studies have shown that if the price of sugary drinks increased by 10 percent, sales would decrease by 10–12 percent.
B
People have the right to make their own decisions when it comes to what food and drinks they consume.
C
Research has shown that persuading people to make healthier choices is about education, not raising prices to try to force a different choice.
D
Although individual choice is important, increasing the price of sugary drinks will have an overall positive effect on our health.
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Which is the best definition of rebuttal?

A
an opposing side of the author’s argument or viewpoint
B
a statement of a viewpoint that supports one side of an argument
C
an explanation of why an opposing argument is false
D
a personal opinion or judgment that is not backed by evidence
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Which of these are reliable Internet sources for conducting research? Select three options.

A
sites run by universities
B
sites that anyone can edit
C
US government sites
D
online newspaper sites
E
anonymously authored sites
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Which is the best definition of bias?

A
a belief that is supported by evidence and reasoning
B
a personal opinion that is not based on evidence
C
an explanation of why a certain idea is accurate
D
an idea that is unpopular among many people
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Cleo is writing an essay arguing that her school should open at 8:30 a.m. instead of 7:30 because it would benefit the student body. Which claim is the most effective for her argument?

A
Kennedy High School should open at 8:30 a.m. instead of 7:30 because students would get an extra hour of sleep, improving their health and brain function.
B
Kennedy High School should open at 8:30 a.m. instead of 7:30 because students would get more sleep, making them healthier—although some would take advantage of the change and go to bed later.
C
Kennedy High School should open at 8:30 a.m. instead of 7:30 for seniors only because they have earned that special privilege and it would serve as motivation for younger grades.
D
Kennedy High School should open at 8:30 a.m. instead of 7:30 because many students arrive late as it is and this change would mean that more students get to class on time.
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Read the paragraph.(1) Playing a team sport such as soccer or lacrosse can help a child learn important life skills, such as sportsmanship, loyalty, and discipline. (2) Sports also give children a chance to have fun with their friends. (3) However, being on a team can also put undue pressure on a child, canceling out the positive effects. (4) Generally though, the majority of children who play team sports have a positive experience, perform better in school, and develop strong relationships with others.

A
sentence 1
B
sentence 2
C
sentence 3
D
sentence 4

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